producer definition

PRODUCER DEFINITION

This description is meant to define duties associated with producers of specific content within a newscast or program, as well as producers of short/long form content, programs, promos, branded and other eligible content distributed on various platforms.

To be listed on an entry as “Producer” an entrant must perform the majority of the following producer duties:

  • Serving as an “overseer” of the content, determining the overall tone, structure, look, sound, and mission of the content.
  • Making strategic editorial decisions that have a significant impact on the resulting content.
  • Identifying interview subjects and shoot locations.
  • Scheduling interviews, shoots, and edits.
  • Writing and/or approving scripts.
  • Formulating ideas for graphics/animations and working with designers through completion.
  • Working with editors to assure the content meets expectations and overseeing necessary changes.
  • For studio-based programs or content, the producer would generally fulfill much of the above and/or oversee control room decisions, timing, etc.

NOT CONSIDERED TO BE PRODUCERS

The following are NOT considered to be Producers and are, therefore, not Emmy® statuette eligible.


Note: An appropriate plaque or certificate may be purchased to recognize the support or contributions of these individuals.

    1. Clients, Sponsors, Underwriters, Funders, Distributors.
    2. CEOs, Presidents, Vice Presidents, Company Owners, General Managers with no hands-on role in the video production.
    3. News Directors and Executive Producers with no hands-on role in the video production.
    4. Support staff or management with no hands-on role in the video production.
    5. People or organizations that are the subject of the video, including interviewees.
    6. People or organizations that provide resources (archives, photos, film, location access, etc.) for and/or during the production.